LA18-000033 (18-4000) J.M (1335 Arbor St) Var Ex C Draft PC Min

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, April 16, 2018 6:30 o’clock p.m. _____________________________________________________________________________________ Jeff Martineau, Applicant, stated as the Planning Commission is aware, the previous application requested a structural coverage variance. Martineau stated at first blush he did not believe he could construct the house to meet the structural coverage without building a two-story, but after further consideration and discussions with the property owners, the proposal is for a full basement rambler style home with a two- stall garage and a deck. As it relates to the fireplace, Martineau stated hopefully that can be resolved by calling it a cantilever and working within the setbacks. If that is not possible, it will have to be moved within the footprint. Libby asked if the additional dimensions affect any egress or ingress points. Martineau stated if Commissioner Libby is asking whether they have the ability to service lower bedrooms with egress, arrangements have been made that the lower bedroom windows would be able to be accessed egress-wise by the window wells. The other window wells would be located on the left side of the residence and do not require a variance. Libby stated he was more concerned about egress and ingress versus for exits and entrances versus the egress windows. Martineau noted the door faces Prospect but there is a sidewalk that goes to the garage, which exits onto Arbor Street. As it relates to other egress areas in the house, the patio with a sliding glass door is located off the eating area and is located on grade. To the right side of the house, there would be an access to the garage. Martineau noted the egresses are the front door facing Prospect, the garage door, and the patio door on the main floor. Thiesse asked if he substantially reduced the pitch of the roof. Martineau indicated they did. The approximate height of the new roof is 27 feet. Chair Thiesse opened the public hearing at 6:42 p.m. There were no public comments regarding this application. Chair Thiesse closed the public hearing at 6:42 p.m. Landgraver commented the applicants have done a good job at redesigning the house. Thiesse stated in his view the house will fit the neighborhood well. Ressler stated he does not disagree and that it is compatible with the other homes in the area. Erickson commented it is an attractive design. Landgraver moved, Erickson seconded, to recommend approval of Application No. LA18-000033, Jeff Martineau on behalf of Barbara Garcia, 1335 Arbor Street, granting of variances to lot area, lot width, front setback, side street setback, and interior side setback. VOTE: Ayes 6, Nays 0.